2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |